Mar 8, 2023 |
Why Open Source is Infrastructure, and Why it Matters
A new report by the Atlantic Council’s Cyber Statecraft Initiative helps draw light on the question on what "open source as infrastructure" really means, and why it matters: Avoiding the success trap: Toward policy for open-source software as infrastructure. Read more.
Mar 7, 2023 |
OpenSSF Membership Growth Signals Technical Communities’ Continued Commitment to Investing in Security
The Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) welcomes eight new members from leading technology firms. The total number of OpenSSF members is currently over 100 and organization membership saw an 88% growth in 2022 from a variety of different sectors. New OpenSSF general member commitments include those from Amesto Fortytwo, Code… Read more.
Mar 2, 2023 |
How to Make High-Quality SBOMs
The widespread use of software bill of materials (SBOMs) arguably depends on SBOM quality—that SBOMs contain sufficient and accurate information for the intended user to achieve their goals. But, until recently, it has been difficult to measure SBOM quality. New SBOM quality tools, a new SBOM dataset, and new SBOM… Read more.
Feb 22, 2023 |
In Blog
See you at the next OpenSSF Town Hall on March 16th
Are you interested in addressing open source software (OSS) security risk? Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs)? Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in OSS security? If so, plan to join us at our next OpenSSF Town Hall on Thursday, March 16th at 10 AM US/Pacific Time. During this virtual town hall,… Read more.
Feb 21, 2023 |
In Blog
Inaugural OpenSSF Hong Kong Meetup on March 1
We’re delighted to announce the first-ever Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) Meetup in Hong Kong! Whether you’re a member of technical staff or a business executive, if you want to hear the latest on the pressing challenges and leading initiatives in OSS security – please join us. All are welcome. Read more.
Feb 17, 2023 |
In Blog
Congratulations to Newly Elected OpenSSF Governing Board Members
We are excited to welcome newly elected Governing Board members of the OpenSSF: Tracy Miranda from Chainguard, Duane O'Brien from Indeed, and Stephen Chin from JFrog. The OpenSSF Governing Board is responsible for overall management of the OpenSSF, including approving major decisions, managing the budget, and establishing advisory bodies or… Read more.
Feb 16, 2023 |
In Blog
OpenSSF Day at Open Source Summit North America Call for Proposals
We’re pleased to announce we are hosting OpenSSF Day at Open Source Summit North America on Wednesday, May 10th and the call for proposals is now open. The full day program will feature keynotes from Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) contributors and thought leaders. This is your chance to meet fellow… Read more.
Feb 14, 2023 |
In Blog
Spotlight on OpenSSF Board Member: Vincent Danen, Vice President of Product Security, Red Hat
Join us for a conversation with OpenSSF Board Member, Vincent Danen. In this series, we are shining the spotlight on individuals who play a pivotal leadership role in setting the course for how we secure the open source software supply chain. Read more.
Feb 5, 2023 |
In Blog
Join Us at the First OSS Security Meetup in Tokyo, Japan
We are excited to present at the first ever OSS Security Meetup in Japan, on February 28 in Tokyo, hosted by Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) Members. We aim to create a place where people with the same awareness and challenges related to OSS security can gather, share information mainly… Read more.
Feb 1, 2023 |
In Blog
Independent Security Audit Impact Report
Security audits are an extremely effective tool for improving the security of critical projects. In 2022, OpenSSF and Google sponsored a number of security audits and associated work via strategic partner Open Source Technology Improvement Fund (OSTIF). Today OSTIF released its Independent Security Audit Impact Report. Read more.